Jaanu Basti

The Janu means Knee joint and Basti – means to hold (compartment which holds) Thus Janu Vasti means a treatment in which medicated oils are poured and pooled for a fixed duration of time in a compartment or a cabin constructed around the knee joint / joints using wet flour of black gram.

Jaanu Basti

Helps calm pain. The warm oil poured over the knee joints, help them relax and effectively address joint pain. Helps dissipate stiffness, Increases circulation, Improves mobility and flexibility, Lowers inflammation, Strengthens knee joints. The oils used in Januvasti and in the light Abhyanga (massage) are Ksheerabala tailam, Mahanarayana tailam, Mahamasha tailam, Kottamchukkadi tailam, Balashwagandhadi tailam, Ashwagandhabalalakshadi tailam, Sahacharadi tailam, Murivenna, Pinda tailam, Tiktaka ghritam, Guggulutiktaka ghritam, and Til tailam (sesame oil).

Benefits of Jaanu Basti

Janu Basti is an effective therapy for people experiencing ailments in the knee. The medicated oil used in the therapy effectively soothes pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints. Additionally, toxins are eliminated and joints are strengthened. The treatment involves pouring warm medicated oil on affected areas to rejuvenate the joints from within. Medicated oil or ghee and herbal decoction is given as enema to clean the colon and increase the muscle tone. This procedure is usually recommended for 8 to 30 days, based on the medical condition of a person.